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1965 Map of Ashby

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Ashby serves as the central hub of this mid-1960s survey, where the convergence of Main Road and Turnpike Road marks the village's historic layout. The landscape is defined by its transition from the rolling hills of the New Hampshire border, featuring New Ipswich and Smithville, down into the dense woodlands of northern Massachusetts. The southern half of the map is dominated by managed wilderness and water resources, notably Willard Brook State Forest and the Fitchburg Reservoir. Significant local landmarks include Village Cem and Glenwood Cem, which provide essential touchpoints for genealogical research. The mapping of Gibson Road and Reed Road illustrates the persistent rural network connecting outlying clusters like Gibson Four Corners and South Village, reflecting a period of stable topography before modern development altered the region's character.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1965
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:25,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain